From political thrillers and courtroom dramas to rural comedies and fantasy quests, here’s a breakdown of five new shows and movies worth adding to your watchlist.
1. The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case
Platform: SonyLIV
Genre: Political Thriller | Language: Hindi
Director: Nagesh Kukunoor
Cast: Amit Sial, Danish Iqbal, Bhagavathi Perumal
This much-anticipated series explores the events surrounding India’s most shocking political assassination—the killing of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in 1991. Spanning 90 days of intense investigation, The Hunt dives into the real-world intelligence failures, raw grief, and high-stakes politics that unfolded during the period.
2. Kaalidhar Laapata
Platform: ZEE5
Genre: Psychological Drama | Language: Hindi
Cast: Abhishek Bachchan, Nimrat Kaur, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub
Directed by: Madhumita
Inspired by the Tamil cult-hit K.D., this moving drama tells the story of a man battling early-stage dementia who mysteriously disappears during the chaotic Kumbh Mela. Abhishek Bachchan delivers a deeply emotional performance as a father estranged from his family, navigating fading memories and past regrets.
It’s a film that explores identity, family, and forgiveness—anchored in a culturally rich setting. The combination of sensitive storytelling and strong performances makes Kaalidhar Laapata an underdog gem.
3. Good Wife
Platform: JioCinema (JioHotstar)
Genre: Legal Drama | Language: Tamil + Multilingual Dubs
Cast: Priya Mani, Sampath Raj
Directed by: Revathi
A sharp remake of the acclaimed American series The Good Wife, this Indian adaptation stars Priya Mani as Tarunika, a woman forced to return to her legal career after her husband, a powerful public figure, is jailed in a scandal. As she reclaims her identity in the courtroom, she also grapples with betrayal, media scrutiny, and motherhood.
Directed by Revathi, this version adds a culturally specific lens to the narrative, touching on gender roles, reputation, and resilience in Indian society. Streaming in six languages, it’s a layered drama with mass appeal.
4. Uppu Kappurambu
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Genre: Satirical Comedy | Language: Telugu
Cast: Keerthy Suresh
Directed by: Laxmi Nandan
This delightful rural comedy stars Keerthy Suresh in a refreshingly light role. Set in a fictional village plagued by superstitions, gossip, and bureaucratic madness, Uppu Kappurambu (Salt & Pepper) weaves a story of accidental fame and chaos when a local woman’s homemade pickle goes viral.
With clever satire and colourful characters, this film is a commentary on small-town life, social media obsession, and self-worth. Keerthy’s comic timing and grounded performance carry the film with charm and ease.
5. In the Lost Lands
Platform: Lionsgate Play
Genre: Fantasy Adventure | Language: English
Cast: Milla Jovovich, Dave Bautista
Directed by: Paul W.S. Anderson
For fantasy lovers, In the Lost Lands is your epic escape this weekend. Based on a short story by George R. R. Martin, the film follows Gray Alys (Milla Jovovich), a powerful sorceress hired by a queen to enter the mysterious “Lost Lands” in search of a power that allows transformation.
Co-starring Dave Bautista as a rogue warrior, this film is a visually arresting, high-stakes journey that blends dark fantasy with emotional complexity. It’s part action, part folklore—and ideal for fans of The Witcher and Game of Thrones.
Whether you're in the mood to reflect (Kaalidhar Laapata), root for justice (Good Wife), laugh out loud (Uppu Kappurambu), dive into history (The Hunt), or escape reality altogether (In the Lost Lands), this weekend’s OTT slate is nothing short of diverse and dynamic.
